The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a strong public disclaimer after posters circulating online and across parts of Delta State falsely linked the agency to a campaign attributed to the “Warri Centre for Communities Law (WCLC).”
In a statement released on its social media, the Commission condemned the posters bearing the FCCPC logo and promoting claims about compulsory free basic education in Delta State as fraudulent, misleading, and entirely unauthorised.
It stressed that the materials did not originate from the agency and should be ignored by members of the public.
According to the FCCPC, the unauthorized use of its official name, logo, or insignia constitutes impersonation and misrepresentation, acts that undermine public trust and violate federal regulations.
The Commission warned that such deceptive practices may be subject to investigation and legal consequences.
The viral posters, which encourage parents not to pay “fake school fees” and offer “free legal advice,” have raised concerns about their intent and the potential exploitation of unsuspecting citizens.
FCCPC emphasized that it has no affiliation with the Warri-based group and has not endorsed any of the claims being circulated.
The agency urged Nigerians to rely solely on verified FCCPC channels for information or to lodge consumer-related complaints.
Verified FCCPC Contacts:
Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC)
No. 23 Jimmy Carter Street, Asokoro, Abuja
Website: fccpc.gov.ng
Email: contact@fccpc.gov.ng
Complaints Portal: complaints.fccpc.gov.ng
The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to protecting consumers from false information and advised the public to exercise vigilance when encountering unofficial publications or advocacy materials claiming regulatory backing.
